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Azelaic Acid from SkeenLogic, and Thayers Toner

It’s been a week that goes by too fast, where you fall asleep the second your head hits the pillow, no time to think or ruminate over all the things that were or could be. I’ve caught up with friends … Continue reading

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Celine Cologne Celeste Perfume Review

I pulled out a summer perfume to spritz myself with so I could think about better weather. I love the jolt of an eau de cologne. The green zinginess, the polished laid-back feeling of it all feels a bit old-world. … Continue reading

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Canadian Skincare Brands Canadian Grace and BKind

I’m missing the heat of July, and the chill in the air tells me that fall is on the way, so here are some favourites that I haven’t had a chance to share yet.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Someone gifted me an Opium candle, … Continue reading

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New Jo Malone Sea Salt and Bergamot

Jo Malone has just released a flanker to its very successful Wood Sage and Sea Salt perfume: Sea Salt and Bergamot.  The brand says that this version likely to be more fresh and aquatic.  

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In Defense of Fruity Perfumes

Too often, the snobby parts of Fragcomm say things like “who would want to smell like a cupcake?” “Why would you want to smell like candy?!” but maybe cupcakes and candy are what some people want wafting around them in … Continue reading

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90’s Frosty Blush via YSL Make Me Blush

Who remembers the frosty blushes and lipsticks from the ’90’s?! I sure do, and this blush took me back there. You can see that when I swatched it on the back of my hand, there’s a bit of light silver/white … Continue reading

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Parfums Dusita at Paris Perfume Week

That’s me right in the middle! Pissara Umavijani, the self-taught perfumer and creator of Parfums Dusita, hosted a raw material event at Paris Perfume Week, and there’s nothing a perfume lover likes more than smelling raw materials. It’s an opportunity … Continue reading

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Hung Vanngo’s New Foundation

The algorithm told me I’d want to check out the new Hung Vanngo foundation, so I popped into Sephora to have a look. Hung Vanngo is from Calgary, and has made it as a world-renowned makeup artist. He is celebrities … Continue reading

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YSL Lovenude Lipstick

I am wearing this lipstick nonstop. The colour is Nude Lavaliere Shade 44. It’s a matte blurring formula that’s slightly sheer. On vacation, I apply it directly to my cheeks and blend with my fingers as a blush and then … Continue reading

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July Perfume Club Recap

Things we smelled at Perfume Club (and some first impressions):⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Mugler Womanity (2025 reissue): This is a salty floral. After smelling everything, it went on skin and were it readily available, I would have bought it. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Amouage Ashore, Figment … Continue reading

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